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What action should a UK shipmaster take regarding a seaman who is drunk while on duty?

The master should: (1) ensure the safety of the ship, personnel and the seaman himself;Β 

(2) remove the seaman from duty and substitute another seaman; (3) have the seaman sobered up; (4) discipline the seaman in accordance with any applicable code of conduct (Merchant Navy or company) (was he drunk enough to jeopardise the safety of the ship and personnel?).

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